具
tool · utensil · means · possess · ingredients · counter for armor, suits, sets of furniture
Details
Stroke Order
Component Breakdown
且 + one + 八
Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of eye and eight. Tool seen by eye.
Symbolism
Tool, equipment, concrete. Represents what is prepared.
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
円満具足
えんまんぐそく
(things) being complete, tranquil, and in harmony; (things) being complete, tranquil, and in harmony
具眼の士
ぐがんのし
A person with discerning eyes; Someone with insight and good judgment
Poetry
春すぎて 夏来にけらし 白妙の 衣ほすてふ 天の香具山
Poem #2 from Hyakunin Isshu
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 具 mean in Japanese?
具 means tool, utensil, means, possess, ingredients, counter for armor, suits, sets of furniture.
How do you read 具?
On'yomi: グ (GU). Kun'yomi: そな.える、つぶさ.に (sonaeru, tsubusani).
How many strokes does 具 have?
具 has 8 strokes. Its radical is 八 (eight).
Is 具 a good kanji for a tattoo?
Yes. 具 (tool, utensil, means, possess, ingredients, counter for armor, suits, sets of furniture) has a clear positive meaning and no embarrassing alternate readings, making it a solid tattoo choice.
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